I braved the heat (34°C) and humidity to take in the After Festival Float Parade for the Gion Festival 2014. It was the first time in 49 years since it was added to the month long Gion Festival. The highlights were watching the massive floats being turned and the first appearance of the Ofune or Big Boat float in 150 years!
Turning a traditional-style 10 ton float around corners
Ofune (Big Boat Float) 150 year return